How having a ME-Day is awesome

I opened my eyes to a blazing sunlit room, I couldn’t wait to get out of bed. The decision was made. After a heavy week, I was cancelling all plans for today and taking time out. Just for me.

I am sad to admit that even my three things to be grateful for has suffered of late, but they have made a reappearance today. I am happy to share them with you:

I am safe and secure. I am free from any danger.

I have had amazing support this week and spent time with two incredible positive influencers in my life.

Chai is happy and is as usual, begging for food.

Chai: my pal (albeit looking a tad grumpy)

I just can’t believe how gorgeous it is outside. Of course, the weather is pretty much like this most days in Singapore but somehow today I am appreciating it more than ever. I think it’s because I am now coming out of the mini funk I have been in this week and all is right in the world again.

My day began with a Yorkshire tea and a catch up of Masterchef Australia. This is TV addiction at its best. I am not sure if it’s because I adore George Calombaris and Marco Pierre White or if it’s because I am a foodie. I am only on episode eight but I already have a few favourites to win!

My tummy has been graciously satisfied after taking a trip to my local eatery, Oh Deli. It is run by four sisters who pride themselves on sourcing and importing fresh produce from Australia. It is extremely popular and I see many repeat customers as I devour my Captains Breakfast washed down with a cinnamon latte.

Oh Deli: 421 East Coast Road, Singapore 429008

The rest of the day was spent lying by the pool and reading a book (no phone or iPad allowed), exercising (one hour run and a two hour walk, no phone allowed) and trying to Skype my nanna..again! She is never at home, I think she has a better social life than the Queen! She is a classy diva and I love her (my nanna that is!).

I am now getting ready for an evening of free flow bubbles with friends…ahh bliss. What a great end to a lovely day.

Taking a me-day has allowed me to completely switch off, not worry and not over-think. I feel refreshed, calm and quite simply, I have enjoyed the entire day with absolute gratitude. I decided that today was just one day where everything could wait (the worries, the thoughts, the to-do list, the laundry, wow the the list is endless!) all of it could wait, just until tomorrow. This helped me relax and relinquish, I kinda felt free and serene. How lovely.

Of course other benefits of taking this time for yourself include the ability to sleep better and reduce both depression and anxiety.

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Hi, I’m Nicci – writer and founder of niccimcshane.com. My lifestyle blog journey began as an expat in 2016 looking for methods of self improvement through confidence, inner peace and independence. Follow me as I continue to share experiences on how to love ourselves and to not just exist, but live.

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